Job Description

Ontario is building the future in AI, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, mobility, clean tech, and beyond. At the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI), we sit at the center of that momentum, connecting breakthrough research to the companies, capital, and customers that turn ideas into impact.


Now, we're looking for a bold Communications Manager to help tell those stories.


This is not a maintenance role.

This is a build role.


A chance to shape narratives, lead high-impact campaigns, guide a growing team, and amplify the voices of the innovators transforming Ontario's economy.


If you're a strategic storyteller who thrives in fast-moving environments, loves complex files, and wants your work to influence industries, investment, and innovation policy, keep reading.

Who We Are

The Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) is the province's leading innovation engine, bringing together industry, academia, government, and investors to accelerate commercialization and scale Ontario-made technologies.


From AI and quantum to life sciences, cleantech, and advanced manufacturing, OCI powers the programs and partnerships helping Ontario companies grow, compete globally, and build the future, right here.

Who You Are

You are a communications professional ready for a visible leadership role.


You've led complex initiatives. You know how to translate technical, policy, and business issues into compelling narratives. You're as comfortable advising executives and partners as you are shaping campaigns, pitching media, and guiding creative teams.


You care deeply about quality, credibility, story-telling and impact.


You follow business and innovation news. You understand how ecosystems work. You instinctively look for the human stories behind technology. And you're energized by the idea of using communications to move markets, shape reputation, and accelerate growth.

The Opportunity

As Communications Manager, you'll be a core leader on OCI's Marketing & Communications team, reporting to the Vice President of Marketing & Communications.


You will drive storytelling across Ontario's innovation economy, leading integrated campaigns, managing digital and media strategy, guiding team members and contractors, and playing a central role in OCI's flagship platforms, like DiscoveryX.


This role blends strategy and execution. You'll shape narratives and roll up your sleeves. You'll collaborate with staff, manage partners, own high-profile files, deal with media, write scripts and content, manage digital and social, and help position OCI as global leaders in innovation.

What You'll Lead

High-impact communications strategies aligned to OCI's business goals Media relations, story development, and executive positioning Integrated campaigns across digital, web, social, and thought leadership Content and creative direction for major initiatives and events, including DiscoveryX Crisis communications support and issues management Website and newsletter strategy and execution External agency and contractor relationships Collaborate with a small, high-performing team within a collaborative MARCOM function.

You'll also partner closely with program teams, government stakeholders, ecosystem organizations, and executive leadership to ensure OCI's work is clearly understood, widely seen, and strongly positioned.

What You're Especially Strong At

Turning complex technology, policy, and business topics into clear, compelling stories Designing campaigns that reach the right audiences and deliver measurable impact Leading media strategies and pitching narratives that earn attention and credibility Managing people, projects, and partners with confidence and momentum Balancing creativity with structure, speed with rigour, and vision with execution Spotting story opportunities early and building platforms around them.

Experience That Sets You Up for Success

5 years of progressive experience in communications, PR, or marketing Proven success leading initiatives, campaigns, and cross-functional files Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling ability Experience managing websites, content platforms, newsletters, and social channels Strong media relations background Comfort operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Confidence managing budgets, agencies, and competing priorities.

Experience in innovation, technology, government, higher education, economic development, or adjacent sectors is a strong asset.

Why OCI

OCI is in a period of acceleration. Our programs are expanding. Our profile is rising. Our partnerships span government, industry, and academia. And our stories increasingly sit at the intersection of innovation, economic growth, and global competitiveness.


This role offers visibility, influence, and the chance to shape how Ontario's innovation economy is seen locally and globally.

One Last Thing

If you're reading this and thinking, "I don't hit every bullet, but this feels like me," we encourage you to apply.


We're looking for an ambitious communicator who wants to grow, lead, and build not just manage.


Come help us tell the stories of what's next.



This role is being recruited to fill a current vacancy.

OCI is committed to creating a diverse and equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. OCI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.